Irena Kawwas

Irena Kawwas has a diverse work experience spanning multiple roles and industries. Irena started their career in 2001 as an Assistant Brand Manager at Procter & Gamble. Irena then worked as a Trade Marketing Manager at May Compan from 2003 to 2004. In 2005, they became a Marketing Advisor at Palestine Information and Communication Technology Incubator, where they handled client accounts and assisted in developing business plans. Irena also worked as a Sales & Marketing Senior Supervisor at Medical Supplies and Services, where they were responsible for managing the FMCG department and implementing a successful turnaround plan for Nivea business. From 2007 to 2011, they worked at Unipal General Trading Company as a Marketing & Business Development Manager, where they significantly expanded the company's product portfolio and achieved substantial growth in profits. Following that, they worked as a Consultant in Business Development, starting a small business until 2016. Currently, they hold the position of Commercial and Marketing Director at Unipal General Trading Company.

Irena Kawwas earned a BA in Biology from Birzeit University in the years 1992 to 1997. Irena then pursued a Higher Diploma in Marketing at Birzeit University from 2005 to 2006. Later, they attended Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management from 2011 to 2013 and completed an E MBA with a specialization in Business.